The laboratory focuses on object digitization using laser 3D scanning technology and on both contact and non-contact object measurement. Through reverse engineering, it is possible to create a digital model of a real object (component or device) and subsequently manufacture it.

Laboratory equipment:

• Portable articulated measuring arm FARO Quantum X with a reach of 2 meters and a Laser Line Probe FAROBlu xP scanner.
• Portable articulated measuring arm FaroArm Platinum with a reach of 1.5 meters and a Faro Laser Line Probe scanner.

The portable articulated measuring arms enable the measurement or digitization of components and devices directly in the production environment using a magnetic base or a stable Softcase tripod. An additional 8th axis – a rotary table – is also available, which significantly speeds up the scanning process. The arm collects data by touch using a probe located at the end of the handle – two probes are available, one with a diameter of 6 mm and the other with a diameter of 3 mm – or via the Laser Line Probe FAROBlu xP laser scanner. The scanner offers non-contact scanning capabilities, fast point cloud acquisition, and excellent resolution and accuracy, allowing the scanning of objects with complex shapes. Digitized objects are processed in PolyWorks Inspector^TM Premium Modeler^TM Standard software. Digital models and technical documentation can be created through reverse engineering using Creo Parametric software.

Applications of the portable articulated measuring arm FARO:

Dimensional inspection according to production documentation, as well as measurement of position and shape, with the ability to measure deviations against the 3D model in real time. Non-contact and contact measurements are ideal for single-part and small-batch production, production ramp-up, or product inspection directly at the production line. 3D scanning and digitization of components or entire devices can be performed directly in the production environment using the non-contact laser scanner.